From the Cheraw Chronicle: U.S. Marine Sergeant speaks at Daughters of the American Revolution meeting
U.S. Marine Corps Sergeant Henry, who directs the Marine Corps Junior Reserve Officers Training Corps (MCJROTC) program at Cheraw High School, was the featured speaker at the Nov. 21 meeting of the Old Cheraw Chapter, Daughters of the American Revolution. Sgt. Henry’s presentation was titled “Preparing Young People for Military Service,” and he brought with him three students who are participating in the JROTC program, First Lieutenants Kierra Jones, Lannay Collins, and Tawana Adams.
Emphasis is placed more on self-discipline, building self-confidence, and leadership skills training than on preparing young people for military service, said Sgt. Henry. He said there are currently 141 students in the Cheraw High School program, ranging from 9th grade to 12th grade, and instruction includes developing good habits and attitudes, problem-solving techniques, and planning to meet the challenges of adult life. Also included are military orientation and organization, basic drill instruction, conduct of parades and inspections, first aid, personal hygiene, marksmanship, and physical training.
Lieutenants Jones, Collins, and Adams spoke on the benefits of participating in the MCJROTC program. All felt that their self-confidence and self-discipline had improved as a direct result of the training. They also participate in community programs and are developing a strong sense of civic responsibility.
The members of the local chapter of the DAR expressed great appreciation to Sgt. Henry and the three students for presenting such an interesting and educational look at the MCJROTC program at Cheraw High School.
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